The problem with the P word.

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[ASDFGHJK]

Here's the problem with the P word. You use it to describe a violent child sexual predator and killer. You use it to describe a businessman merely accused of some financial shenanigans.

Using the same label for the two of them means they are nearly equal in your site. If A=P and B=P then A=B. This is the 'us/them' mentality that makes law enforcement professionals so dangerous.

You are invited to consider why you think one accused minor offender is equal (in your judgment) to one heinous violent predator.

Even if the former is guilty, there is no comparison in the destruction or nature of the crime. One cannot put a price on the life of a child, or any human being, for that matter.

Many of the people who toss that perjorative around will someday find themselves doing 'the walk.' In the interest of balance, be sure to write back when you do.

[ASDFGHJK]

yeah, I know. you think I'm too new to say this. Oh well. I'm saying it anyway. This word is every bit as bad as 'n*gger.' And if you think that's OK, I think that says volumes.

The guy vested with the power and authority to suspend your rights and incarcerate (or even kill) you thinks you are a perp. You just haven't been caught perping yet. But he's biding his time.

[zip]

I have no idea what you are saying, give us a break and explain it.

[tet68]

Yes there is a difference, the businessman MAY be rehabilitated, the rapist-murderer can only be exterminated.
Both have crossed the line.

[doug from upland]

I don't know that he will be able to explain anything --- CLICK

[LibWhacker]

Joe is a person. Mary is a person. Does this mean Joe = Mary?

[backhoe]

Welcome...

Now what in Sam Hill are you talking about?

[ASDFGHJK]

I think the post, with it's links, is self explanatory for those who really want to know.

It's a pet peeve. That's why it's in 'vanity.' Sorry to be so confrontational. But I come from school that believes that Fascism took root in the clever use and abuse of language.

[ASDFGHJK]

do I need to draw you a picture? They are both persons. Of equal status (according the constitution).

[meyer]

This would be much more interesting if you told us what the "P" word was.

[LibWhacker]

do I need to draw you a picture?

No, you seriously need to put on a thinking cap. Two things can belong to the same class without being "nearly equal."

[dighton]

Now what in Sam Hill are you talking about?

Same thing as this guy, more or less.

;-)

[Always Right]

This would be much more interesting if you told us what the "P" word was.

Isn't it obvious...Peepee.

[ASDFGHJK]

thanks for the intelligent input. you fit the profile.

[ASDFGHJK]

Instructions: Read the article. Click the links which provide examples of the subject of the article. Think. Respond. Have a nice day.

[Momaw Nadon]

I'll take a wild guess and say that the "P Word" is PERP

[ASDFGHJK]

It wasn't supposed to be a game show, but, ding ding ding. We have a winner.

[ASDFGHJK]

Whooooooooosh! Too late to make the catch!

[Khepera]

Is this what humanism all about? A life with out judgement?

[ASDFGHJK]

Is this what humanism all about? A life with out judgement?

Is that what I'm advocating?

[meyer]

OK, now I get it. Well, I really don't know what to say about the issue. If one perpetrates a crime, they are a perp. Right?